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Supporting Families: Financial Aid and Childbirth Challenges
This chapter addresses the financial hardships families encounter with a newborn, focusing on a program that provides $6,000 in support during the first year. It discusses the impact of such initiatives on birth outcomes and housing security, especially in economically challenged areas like Flint, Michigan. The chapter also explores broader national implications of similar policies amidst political debates surrounding child support and the responsibilities of political leaders.